VIDEO: Signature Theatre Revisits AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' as Part of its Signature Strong Series
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2020
Signature Theatre has released a new video as part of its Signature Strong series.
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2020
Signature Theatre has released a new video as part of its Signature Strong series.
National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum to Host National Run for the Badge 5K
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2020
The National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum will host its annual National Run for the Badge 5K on Saturday, October 10. All net proceeds from this signature fundraiser support the mission and programs of the National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum.
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2020
The National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum will host its annual National Run for the Badge 5K on Saturday, October 10. All net proceeds from this signature fundraiser support the mission and programs of the National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum.
Arena Stage Announces Playwrights' Arena for the 2020/21 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2020
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has announced that the 2020/21 Season of Playwrightsa?? Arena will be in partnership with Georgetown and Howard Universities. Originally launched in 2013, Playwrightsa?? Arena has empowered local professional playwrights to fully examine their artistic and dramaturgical practice.
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2020
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has announced that the 2020/21 Season of Playwrightsa?? Arena will be in partnership with Georgetown and Howard Universities. Originally launched in 2013, Playwrightsa?? Arena has empowered local professional playwrights to fully examine their artistic and dramaturgical practice.
BWW News: Sheldon Epps Joins Ford's Theatre Society as Senior Artistic Advisor
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2020
Ford's Theatre Director Paul R. Tetreault today announced that Sheldon Epps will join the theatre's leadership team as Senior Artistic Advisor. Epps steps into the new role as the theatre reevaluates its 2020-2021 season amid the national reckoning for racial justice and the impacts of COVID-19 on live performances.
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2020
Ford's Theatre Director Paul R. Tetreault today announced that Sheldon Epps will join the theatre's leadership team as Senior Artistic Advisor. Epps steps into the new role as the theatre reevaluates its 2020-2021 season amid the national reckoning for racial justice and the impacts of COVID-19 on live performances.
I Have A Right To Vote Launches National Voter Awareness Effort
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2020
With 78 days until Election Day, I Have A Right To Vote, a star-studded music video, has been released to raise awareness around voter suppression, encourage voter education and registration, and increase voter motivation leading into the fall elections.
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2020
With 78 days until Election Day, I Have A Right To Vote, a star-studded music video, has been released to raise awareness around voter suppression, encourage voter education and registration, and increase voter motivation leading into the fall elections.
The 16th Annual DC JazzFest Announces Lineup
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2020
The DC Jazz Festival (DCJF) has announced the full roster of performers for The 16th Annual DC JazzFest. This year's festival will be streamed live from our Nation's Capital from September 24th through 28th as we take our world-class jazz programming to the global stage for the very first time.
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2020
The DC Jazz Festival (DCJF) has announced the full roster of performers for The 16th Annual DC JazzFest. This year's festival will be streamed live from our Nation's Capital from September 24th through 28th as we take our world-class jazz programming to the global stage for the very first time.
Helen Hayes Awards Announces Rescheduled Date
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2020
The 36th annual Helen Hayes Awards will take place on Friday, September 25th, 2020. The virtual celebration will honor the outstanding work of Washington area theatres, recognize the deserving nominees, and gather the community together.
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2020
The 36th annual Helen Hayes Awards will take place on Friday, September 25th, 2020. The virtual celebration will honor the outstanding work of Washington area theatres, recognize the deserving nominees, and gather the community together.
Shakespeare Theatre Company Launches SHAKESPEARE HOUR LIVE!
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2020
Join STC and like-minded fans of the Bard for Shakespeare Hour LIVE!, an ongoing tour through every corner of the Shakespeare universe. Artistic Director Simon Godwin and Resident Dramaturg Drew Lichtenberg gather online with special guests each week to discuss a new topic and allow audiences the opportunity to ask questions live.
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2020
Join STC and like-minded fans of the Bard for Shakespeare Hour LIVE!, an ongoing tour through every corner of the Shakespeare universe. Artistic Director Simon Godwin and Resident Dramaturg Drew Lichtenberg gather online with special guests each week to discuss a new topic and allow audiences the opportunity to ask questions live.
VIDEO: Signature Theatre Releases New Episode of THE SIGNATURE SHOW
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2020
Today, Signature Theatre released the second episode of The Signature Show, a biweekly half-hour digital experience featuring performances by acclaimed artists, interviews, celebration of new musical voices and tributes to the past, present and future of Signature Theatre. All episodes will be released on Signature Theatrea??s YouTube Channel.
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2020
Today, Signature Theatre released the second episode of The Signature Show, a biweekly half-hour digital experience featuring performances by acclaimed artists, interviews, celebration of new musical voices and tributes to the past, present and future of Signature Theatre. All episodes will be released on Signature Theatrea??s YouTube Channel.
BWW Blog: Freshman Survival Guide
by Student Blogger: Leah Packer - August 11, 2020
I made a a?oeMini Survival Guidea?? with the top 5 things I learned my freshman year of college!
by Student Blogger: Leah Packer - August 11, 2020
I made a a?oeMini Survival Guidea?? with the top 5 things I learned my freshman year of college!
Wolf Trap Opera Announces Upcoming Virtual Slate
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2020
Wolf Trap Opera has announced its lineup of 2020 Virtual Performances!
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2020
Wolf Trap Opera has announced its lineup of 2020 Virtual Performances!
Theatre J Launches 'How to Become a Raised-Consciousness Audience Member' Class
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2020
Becoming A Raised-Consciousness Audience Member is taught by Rachel Grossman, Thursdays 3:30 pm-5:00 pm, August 13-September 3.
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2020
Becoming A Raised-Consciousness Audience Member is taught by Rachel Grossman, Thursdays 3:30 pm-5:00 pm, August 13-September 3.
Members Of Congress Take To The Online Stage For Shakespeare Theatre Company's WILL ON THE HILL
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2020
D.C.'s most popular bi-partisan event is going online - making it accessible to the entire nation! On Monday, September 14th, Members of Congress and distinguished Washington influencers from both sides of the aisle will present the Bard's take on power and policymaking in an original script.
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2020
D.C.'s most popular bi-partisan event is going online - making it accessible to the entire nation! On Monday, September 14th, Members of Congress and distinguished Washington influencers from both sides of the aisle will present the Bard's take on power and policymaking in an original script.
National Capital Puppetry Festival Presents THE NATIONAL CAPITAL PUPPETRY FESTIVAL
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2020
The National Capital Puppetry Guild (NCPG) presents The National Capital Puppetry Festival, the Guild's inaugural puppetry festival! There's something for everyone in the three action packed days over the weekend of August 21-23, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2020
The National Capital Puppetry Guild (NCPG) presents The National Capital Puppetry Festival, the Guild's inaugural puppetry festival! There's something for everyone in the three action packed days over the weekend of August 21-23, 2020.
BWW News: The Theatre Lab to be Recognized by Plays in the House Teen Edition
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2020
The Theatre Lab School of the Dramatic Arts will be recognized this Sunday, August 9 at 2pm during the performance of Lady Liberty and the Donut Girl by Eric Lane livestreamed on Stars In The House YouTube Channel. The performance is part of Plays in the House Teen Edition, livestreamed readings of plays for young people, performed by young people to support not-for-profits bringing theater to young people. The reading will be performed by Simone Clotile and Donovan Rogers and will also feature interviews with the playwright and Theatre Lab student Zach Rakotomaniraka.
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2020
The Theatre Lab School of the Dramatic Arts will be recognized this Sunday, August 9 at 2pm during the performance of Lady Liberty and the Donut Girl by Eric Lane livestreamed on Stars In The House YouTube Channel. The performance is part of Plays in the House Teen Edition, livestreamed readings of plays for young people, performed by young people to support not-for-profits bringing theater to young people. The reading will be performed by Simone Clotile and Donovan Rogers and will also feature interviews with the playwright and Theatre Lab student Zach Rakotomaniraka.
Upcoming Comedy Web Series THE BREAKDOWN Shows Hilarious And Painful Side Of Self-Taped Auditions
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2020
A new comedy web series, 'The Breakdown', created by casting associate Madison Landis and writer/actor John-Michael Jalonen, reveals the painfully funny side of actors taping auditions at home in a rapidly-changing industry. Season 1 of 'The Breakdown' will be available August 14th on YouTube and Facebook Watch.
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2020
A new comedy web series, 'The Breakdown', created by casting associate Madison Landis and writer/actor John-Michael Jalonen, reveals the painfully funny side of actors taping auditions at home in a rapidly-changing industry. Season 1 of 'The Breakdown' will be available August 14th on YouTube and Facebook Watch.
VIDEO: Kennedy Center and Sankofa Host Conversation With March For Our Lives
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2020
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts joins forces with Sankofa, which hosts a conversation with March for Our Lives featuring performances by versatile R&B singer/songwriter/producer Leven Kali and Brooklyn-based Hip Hop & R&B group Phony Ppl.
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2020
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts joins forces with Sankofa, which hosts a conversation with March for Our Lives featuring performances by versatile R&B singer/songwriter/producer Leven Kali and Brooklyn-based Hip Hop & R&B group Phony Ppl.
Eugene Rogers on Creating a New Season for The Washington Chorus During a Pandemic
by Roger Catlin - August 04, 2020
When Eugene Rogers became the fifth artistic director of The Washington Chorus in February, he wasn't counting on the worldwide pandemic to explode every plan just weeks later. Presenting a 200-person choir, shoulder to shoulder, mouths open was out of the question, even if they were emitting a glorious sound.
by Roger Catlin - August 04, 2020
When Eugene Rogers became the fifth artistic director of The Washington Chorus in February, he wasn't counting on the worldwide pandemic to explode every plan just weeks later. Presenting a 200-person choir, shoulder to shoulder, mouths open was out of the question, even if they were emitting a glorious sound.
WCO Appoints Tehvon Fowler-Chapman As New E.D.
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2020
Washington Concert Opera (WCO) has announced the appointment of Tehvon Fowler-Chapman as the new Executive Director of the organization.
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2020
Washington Concert Opera (WCO) has announced the appointment of Tehvon Fowler-Chapman as the new Executive Director of the organization.
BWW Review: NEW WORKS 2020 (& BEYOND)
by Barbara Trainin Blank - August 04, 2020
Contemporary Dance is a collaborative style, including modern and ballet elements, as well as sometimes jazz and hip hop. This fusion is the trademark of Chamber Dance Project, the D.C.—based company, with founding artistic director Diane Coburn Bruning at its helm.
by Barbara Trainin Blank - August 04, 2020
Contemporary Dance is a collaborative style, including modern and ballet elements, as well as sometimes jazz and hip hop. This fusion is the trademark of Chamber Dance Project, the D.C.—based company, with founding artistic director Diane Coburn Bruning at its helm.
Washington Chorus Announces 2020-21 Season Lineup
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2020
The Washington Chorus has announced its lineup for the 2020-21 season. This is the debut season for artistic director Dr. Eugene Rogers.
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2020
The Washington Chorus has announced its lineup for the 2020-21 season. This is the debut season for artistic director Dr. Eugene Rogers.
Rorschach Announces Local Art Inspiration For KLECKSOGRAPHY 2020
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2020
Rorschach Theatre presents 16 new works of digital theatre and film featuring 50 DC-based artists KLECKSOGRAPHY 2020. Premieres August 9, 2020 at 7pm EST (The video will remain online until August 16, 2020.) The YouTube link will be accessible by all, but Pay-What-You-Can participation is strongly encouraged.
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2020
Rorschach Theatre presents 16 new works of digital theatre and film featuring 50 DC-based artists KLECKSOGRAPHY 2020. Premieres August 9, 2020 at 7pm EST (The video will remain online until August 16, 2020.) The YouTube link will be accessible by all, but Pay-What-You-Can participation is strongly encouraged.
Arena Stage, Georgetown University & Andrew R. Ammerman Extend Multi-Season Partnership
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2020
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater and Georgetown University Theater & Performance Studies Program are pleased to announce a generous gift by Andrew R. Ammerman, making possible a three-year continuation of the Arena Stage, Georgetown University and Andrew R. Ammerman Partnership now through 2023.
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2020
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater and Georgetown University Theater & Performance Studies Program are pleased to announce a generous gift by Andrew R. Ammerman, making possible a three-year continuation of the Arena Stage, Georgetown University and Andrew R. Ammerman Partnership now through 2023.
Wolf Trap Opera 2020 Artists Begin Summer Residency Program, Featuring Onsite Training, Coaching and More
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2020
On June 30 Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts welcomed the Wolf Trap Opera Summer 2020 residency program cohort consisting of 18 Filene Artists, 17 Studio Artists and five Fellows. They joined Wolf Trap Opera (WTO) from across the country and around the globe for six weeks of operatic study and training.
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2020
On June 30 Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts welcomed the Wolf Trap Opera Summer 2020 residency program cohort consisting of 18 Filene Artists, 17 Studio Artists and five Fellows. They joined Wolf Trap Opera (WTO) from across the country and around the globe for six weeks of operatic study and training.
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company Announces Its 2020-2021 Season plus Introducing Woolly on Demand and The Golden Ticket
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2020
With transparency and cautious optimism as guiding pillars, Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company is pleased to announce its 2020-2021 season. Season 41 features the return of a postponed production, new partnerships, a digital season, and an exciting evolution of Woollya??s subscription plan. Anticipated to take place between Fall 2020 and Summer 2021, Woollya??s timeline is designed to be flexible given the rolling nature of the re-opening process. Woolly will announce dates for shows on an ongoing basis, when the theatre is certain it can move forward responsibly, and ensure the health and safety of staff, artists, and audiences. For more information about Woollya??s plans to reopen, click here.
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2020
With transparency and cautious optimism as guiding pillars, Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company is pleased to announce its 2020-2021 season. Season 41 features the return of a postponed production, new partnerships, a digital season, and an exciting evolution of Woollya??s subscription plan. Anticipated to take place between Fall 2020 and Summer 2021, Woollya??s timeline is designed to be flexible given the rolling nature of the re-opening process. Woolly will announce dates for shows on an ongoing basis, when the theatre is certain it can move forward responsibly, and ensure the health and safety of staff, artists, and audiences. For more information about Woollya??s plans to reopen, click here.
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The Prince of Egypt
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